Nupur Arts Dance Academy - Leicester - Arts Council

    Arts Council
    Arts Council Leicester

    10 hours ago

    Description

    Job Summary


    We are looking for a Project Management Officer to support us with the delivery of our portfolio. You will oversee full project lifecycles and maintain oversight of the organisation's wider portfolio, manage the teams responsible for delivery, & will lead on funding governance and reporting.

    Job Description


    About Nupur Arts
    Nupur Arts is the East Midlands' largest South Asian dance academy, inspiring people through dance, community, and heritage. With 35 years' experience, we have developed globally recognised, award-winning talent, drawing on the creativity of young people and the British South Asian diaspora to make South Asian dance accessible. Our work spans three core areas:

    Grassroots training for 200+ participants aged 3-55+

    Pre-professional development programmes supporting progression into professional practice

    The curation of professional showcases and commissions

    Supported by Arts Council England as a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), we are undertaking a five-year growth plan to expand our reach and impact.

    About the Role
    We are seeking a Project Management Officer to manage and deliver our organisational portfolio, including the Academy, NPO-funded projects and events, and additional activities. You will line‑manage project staff, oversee full project lifecycles, and maintain portfolio oversight, with responsibility for NPO governance and reporting.

    Reporting to the Associate Director and Artistic Director, and occasionally the Board, the role supports a varied programme including festivals, theatre productions, wellbeing and education programmes, artist development, professional commissions, and sector research.

    The role is Leicestershire-based, with three days per week in our Leicester City Centre office and on-site attendance for key events. This is a six‑month fixed‑term freelance role, with potential extension based on performance.

    Job Requirements

    • Minimum 2 years' project management experience, including managing or coordinating teams
    • Working knowledge of project management tools and communication platforms (e.g. Excel, Trello, MS Project, Teams or Slack)
    • Experience and understanding of the UK Performing Arts sector
    • Strong strategic planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation skills
    • Proactive, self‑motivated approach with the ability to work independently & in teams
    • Strong data analysis, reporting, and organisational skills
    • Effective time management and prioritisation
    • Confident written & verbal communication, including stakeholder and relationship management
    • Knowledge of the Leicestershire area & communities
    • Understanding of arts, culture, and heritage funding frameworks in England
    • Experience working with a funded arts organisation/ NPO
    • Knowledge of EDI and safeguarding policies

    Job Responsibilities


    Key Responsibilities

    Lead end‑to‑end delivery of projects across the organisational portfolio, overseeing the full lifecycle from planning to close‑down and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

    Maintain oversight of the project portfolio, priorities, timelines, and dependencies.

    Manage funder reporting and governance requirements, including NPO activity plans, financial reporting, and surveys, ensuring compliance with funding and regulatory standards.

    Support board reporting, audits, funding reviews, and funding applications.

    Line‑manage and coordinate project teams, providing clear direction, task allocation, and performance oversight.

    Develop and manage project plans, budgets, risk registers, KPIs, and reporting for senior leadership, funders, and the Board.

    Oversee financial management, forecasting, grant claims, and evidence submissions.

    Build strong relationships with stakeholders and capture learning and impact

    Job Overview

    • Job Title: Project Management Officer
    • Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
    • Contract: Contract
    • Location: East Midlands

    How to Apply


    Our Offer:

    • A collaborative mission‑led work culture, combining passion and purpose which brings meaningful experiences to thousands of people
    • The opportunity to work with and grow the largest South Asian dance organisation in the East Midlands
    • Ownership and autonomy to deliver community impact
    • Personal growth opportunities and development through relevant training and networking
    • Occasional hybrid working, flexible hours, and opportunities for rapid career progression
    • Competitive fees and long‑term growth incentives

    Job type: Fixed‑term freelance contract (6 months)
    Compensation: Competitive
    Hours: Approx. 24 hours/ week
    Schedule: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9:30am-5:30pm
    Location: Leicester, UK
    Review: Potential for extension after the initial term, subject to performance

    We are Leicester's largest South Asian dance academy specialising in Bharatanatyam, Bollywood and Folk dance. We want people to be inspired by the artistic possibilities of dance movement and be enriched through the power of community and heritage. In the 35 years we have been operating, we are proud to have developed globally recognised and award‑winning artistic talent. We draw on the dynamism of the youth, and self‑expressive power of the British diaspora to make South Asian dance accessible.


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